Cochrane Observer covers all of Ontario's Northeast, including Timmins. We have regular updates on town council, transit, health, and crime from in and around Timmins. See all our Timmins stories below.
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The City of Timmins is organizing community consultations to evaluate rural curbside waste collection options as part of a broader review of waste management services. This initiative is according to a statement released by the City. The review aims to address current waste management practices and gather resident feedback. A
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Hockey enthusiasts in the North are gearing up for the highly anticipated game between the Timmins Rock and the Kirkland Lake Gold Miners. Scheduled to draw in significant local interest, the matchup is a highlight for the area's avid hockey fans. The game is expected to be an
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The City of Timmins Public Works has announced a disruption in the planned snow removal schedule for the week of March 08, 2025, due to operational issues. Areas that were initially scheduled for snow clearing will experience delays and will be rescheduled for a later date. Public Works is addressing
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An extreme cold weather alert is in effect for Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in the Northeast Ontario area, including Timmins. Temperatures are forecast to fall to -28 degrees Celsius, taking wind chill into account. Authorities have indicated that exposure to these frigid conditions can lead to severe health issues such
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In the Northeast of Ontario, including Timmins, residents are advised to prepare for changing weather conditions expected by the end of the week. According to the Weather Network, warm temperatures are anticipated, which may lead to a mix of slush, snow, and potholes on the roads. Local Public Works departments
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The 2025 Ontario Mining Cup, an annual ice hockey tournament organized by the Porcupine branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum, is set for March 14, 2025. This event will take place at the Sportsplex Arena in Timmins, Ontario. This tournament provides a platform for teams associated
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The city is seeking feedback from residents regarding the handling of household hazardous waste. A survey has been made available from March 10 to March 21, 2025, intended to gather information on improving the hazardous waste disposal event, enhancing communication efforts, and determining the preferred time for such events. Participation
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The City of Timmins Public Works has announced the end of a Significant Weather Event advisory as of March 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. This advisory was initially issued according to the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239), which guide the city in maintaining road
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The GNU18AAA Playoffs are scheduled to take place at the McIntyre Community Centre in Timmins from March 12 to March 16, 2025. The Timmins Majors are hosting this hockey tournament, which features multiple teams competing over five days. The playoffs are an engaging event for local hockey fans, showcasing a
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The City of Timmins is actively monitoring weather and road conditions to prepare for the implementation of reduced load restrictions on commercial vehicles and trailers. These restrictions are based on By-law 2006-6275 and can be enacted any time after March 1. The purpose of these restrictions is to safeguard road
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Cold Weather Alert Expected for March 7, 2025 An alert has been issued for March 7, 2025, indicating that temperatures in the northeast region of Ontario are expected to fall to -27°C overnight, inclusive of wind chill. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions during this period of extreme
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Timmins will conduct snow removal operations from March 9 to March 14, 2025, as planned by the Public Works Department. The operations are scheduled for both nighttime and daytime across various city sections. The nighttime snow removal schedule is as follows: * March 9 (Sunday): Second and Wilson Streets in the